Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Madrid?

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 45m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Madrid?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R11 667.

Which airlines fly to Madrid?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Madrid?

London (LHR) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 25m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Madrid?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas?

Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Air France are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport is 10 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Madrid. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 479. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Madrid from Cape Town during February instead. Flights to Madrid in February, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around R11 514.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R12 501. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R13 754.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Cape Town to Madrid when you can find flight prices for as low as R12 063. Flying to Madrid in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R13 186.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around R14 010 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from Cape Town for as low as R12 139 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Cape Town to Madrid flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas by plane?
The distance between Cape Town Intl and Madrid Barajas is about 8567,0 km. Flights usually cover this in 15h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport is 10 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Madrid, the leading airline is Qatar Airways, making up 24% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Emirates with 17%, Ethiopian Air with 13%, and KLM with 11%.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R7 224	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 730 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 909	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 409 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 515	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 861 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 790	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 468 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 030	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 385 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 988	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 000	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R12 212	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,4 24 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 333	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 334 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 408	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 361 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

How have Cape Town to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Cape Town to Madrid flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas?

Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Air France are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas

Which airlines fly to Madrid?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Madrid?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Madrid?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R11 667.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Madrid?

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 45m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Madrid?

London (LHR) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 25m.

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How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

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